
Timeline
About me
Wine Entrepreneur | Sustainability Advocate
Education
Cilta women moving forward program
2010 - 2010My mentorActivities and Societies: Develops leadership skills with a training method specifically targeted toward women in the workplace.
Business sa
2016 - 2017South australian young entrepreneurs schemeYear long competitive entry program that has run for 18 years. Provides up skilling and access to business mentors to grow the potential of new South Australian Based businesses. Training includes:* Business Planning* Finance* Legal* Marketing* Human Resourcing* Digital Marketing
Centre for sustainability leadership
2011 - 2011FellowshipActivities and Societies: Further refining my leadership capacity through exposure to new ideas and ways of thinking, coaching and mentoring. The Centre was established with the philosophy of getting people who care about sustainability, into positions of influence. Mastery of these skills will assist my trajectory to becoming an influential leader.
Management consultancy international
2010 - 2010Advanced diploma of management risk management, innovation, finance, change management, leadershipUniversity of sydney
1999 - 2001Bachelor's degreeUniversity of sydney
1999 - 2001Arts environmental geography, history
Experience
Manly council
Jul 2002 - Oct 2004Environmental projects support officerRole included all aspects of project management, liaison with community groups and other agencies, development, review and delivery of strategic action plans and policies, development and implementation of sustainability education programs and events, development and maintenance of networks, DA’s, revision of the Residential DCP, media liaison, administration, customer service, GIS
City of canterbury council
Oct 2004 - Jun 2008Environmental policy officerRole included development, review and delivery of strategic sustainability action plans and policies, improving corporate Triple Bottom Line sustainability, creating / meeting corporate/community greenhouse gas emission targets, managing project teams, development and maintenance of networks, project/budget management, liaison with community groups and other agencies, tendering and contracting, secured in excess of $6.2million in grant funds over final 24 months and obtained 11 prestigious environmental awards over 4 years. Show less
Metcash
Oct 2008 - Aug 2016Group sustainability managerFirst incumbent to new role at an ASX75 company. Development/implementation of strategic documents covering corporate social responsibility, resource efficiency & carbon benchmarking in close collaboration with the CEO and other Directors. Implementation of energy/water/carbon efficiency major capital works. Mandatory and voluntary reporting, climate change adaptation planning, staff engagement, sustainable supply chain management, store/DC design and product packaging improvements.
Willunga wino food, wine & travel blog
Jan 2013 - nowFounder / editorFounder, editor, influencer at WineFoodWorld.com - a food, wine and travel blog. Your Gastronomic, Viniholic, Wanderlust Guide.
Aphelion wine
Sept 2015 - nowOwner & creative directorAphelion is Ancient Greek for - "From The Sun"We are a (very!) small family winery of first generation winemakers. We use minimal intervention to make exceptional Grenache, Mouvedre and Chenin Blanc. These varieties are so suited to the Mediterranean like climate where the sea, trees and vines meet in McLaren Vale. Straight from the sun to your glass. Join us in our picturesque cellar door or in the vineyard for a unique "Back of the Ute" tasting. Book now: https://aphelionwine.com.au/pages/cellar-doorRefuel your Cellar in our online store:https://aphelionwine.com.au/collections/allSign up for our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/brjovbBe social with us on Facebook, Twitter and Insta:@AphelionWine #AphelionWineView our stockists:https://aphelionwine.com.au/pages/stockistOUR COMMITMENT We're here to make delicious wines, perfect with food, our climate and life's best moments. Our wines speak for themselves and of the the stunning lands they are from here in McLaren Vale.Cheers,Rob & Louise Mack – Founders of Aphelion Wine Co. Show less
Louise rhodes consulting
Aug 2016 - Apr 2020FounderLouise Rhodes Consulting is no longer in operation.The below is legacy information._____________________________________________________________Louise Rhodes Consulting offers services to businesses, not for profits, government and community organisations in the key areas of:* Sustainability - including policy & strategy development, action planning, energy procurement, energy efficiency, energy generation (solar), ethical sourcing, philanthropy;* Social Media Management - particularly for small to medium food and wine businesses.Contact Louise for a proposal today! Show less
The fabulous ladies' wine society
Sept 2016 - Apr 2017Fabulous admin & client liaisonThe Fabulous Ladies Wine Society offer the women of Australia wine education, events, tasting notes, deals, an online wine club, merchandise and more.My role entails:* Maintaining websites and social media accounts* Monitoring and responding to emails, comments and calls* Managing and sending out EDMs* Liaising with clients* Co-ordinating events* Managing diaries and appointments* Working with the Director to implement strategies for the growth of the business* Supporting the Director with other administrative tasks. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
Certified environmental practicioner - cenvp
Environmental institute of australia & nz - eianz
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Louise Rhodes MackFrank Vale Award Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association 2011 Awarded to young professionals in the cold chain industry who display innovation, passion, resourcefulness and who then represent Australia by speaking at the IARW/GCCA Convention in the USA in front of 700 delegates
- Awarded to Louise Rhodes MackGreen Globes Sustainability Champion Finalist NSW Government 2011
- Awarded to Louise Rhodes MackTor Hundloe Young Environmental Professional Of the Year Environment Institute of Australia & New Zealand 2009
Languages
- jaJapanese
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